Take part in 4-day paddling trip along the Mississippi, from Allamakee to Jackson County

Enjoy paddling through the Dritfless regions of Iowa on a multiday paddling trip on the Mississippi River from Allamakee to Jackson County from Aug. 30 to Sept. 2 and take part in educational programs along the way.

The Driftless region is an area that was missed during the last glaciation resulting in large, exposed rocks that can be seen along the Mississippi River. Learn about many aspects of the river community, including mussel and mud puppy research, turtle and fish populations, the return of the peregrine falcon, and the history of voyagers and more.

Schedule:

· Monday, Aug. 30, in Allamakee County from New Albin to Lansing, about 10 miles

· Tuesday, Aug. 31, in Clayton County from Guttenberg to the mouth of the Turkey River, about miles

· Wednesday, Sept. 1, in Dubuque County from AY McDonald Park to Massey Marina, about 8.5 miles

· Thursday, Sept. 2, in Jackson County from Spruce Creek to Pleasant Creek, about 7 miles

This paddling event is sponsored by Dubuque, Jackson, Clayton, and Allamakee County Conservation Departments. Participants can bring their own vessel or use a canoe or kayak from the county conservation departments. Cost is $10 per day if using county kayak/canoe or $5/day if bringing your own. A full itinerary for each section will be provided after registration through email. This is a multiday paddle: participants may choose to come to one day or multiple days.

For more information, email Kaytlan with Dubuque County Conservation at kaytlan.moeller@dubuquecounty.us.

1-Day Driftless paddling tour — Jackson County

Take in the beautiful views of the Mississippi River, wooded limestone bluffs, and the town of Bellevue, meaning "beautiful view" for good reason, on Sept. 2, while paddling the Mississippi River from Spruce Creek Park to Pleasant Creek Recreation Area.

Participants will have the opportunity to go through Lock & Dam 12 on a paddle downstream, and learn more about the lock and dam system along the Mississippi, as well as the wildlife that call it home.

The day will begin at Spruce Creek Park, located 2 miles north of Bellevue, Iowa, at 9:30 a.m. Shuttling and canoes/kayaks are available. For more information, contact Jessica Wagner with Jackson County Conservation at (563) 652-3783 or jess@jacksonccb.com.